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- H.RES.479
H.RES.479: Recognizing the 20th anniversary of the Executive Order 12898, Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and Low-Income Populations.
About This Bill
- Introduced Feb. 11, 2014
- Latest Major Action Feb. 14, 2014
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
23 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
Commemorates the achievements of the environmental justice movement over the last 20 years. Affirms that Congress should uphold the principles of environmental and climate justice. Urges the President to: (1) address environmental justice issues in his climate change initiatives, (2) commit to focusing on greater oversight and supporting federal agency advancement of environmental justice, and (3) work with tribal leaders and communities to...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
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| Feb. 14, 2014 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy.
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| Feb. 11, 2014 |
Referred to House Natural Resources
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| Feb. 11, 2014 |
Referred to House Energy and Commerce
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| Feb. 11, 2014 |
Introduced in the House by Keith Ellison (D-Minn.) |